HEFLIN, Alabama -- Parts of Interstate 20 are shut down in both directions due to an accident involving five tractor trailers, according to the Cleburne County EMA.

The wreck occurred around mile marker 202. It has shut down all east bound traffic, which is being diverted at the 199 Heflin exit onto Alabama 9. One lane of west bound traffic is open. There is a detour for westbound traffic at exit 205 onto Alabama 46 at Heflin.

Eastbound traffic is being diverted through town. Drivers are urged to use caution and expect long delays.